All Policy & legal articles – Page 111
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NewsAlibaba launches online system to crack down on counterfeit goods
Alibaba has kick-started a fresh drive to stamp out fake goods on its sites by urging retailers and brands to back its anti-piracy campaign.
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OpinionOpinion: Radical insolvency review could ensure more retailer rescues
As insolvency laws come under greater scrutiny than ever following high profile collapses, what might come of the review into the framework?
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NewsSir Philip Green demands apology for 'shocking and offensive' remarks
Sir Philip Green has labelled an MP’s remarks about the behaviour of Arcadia directors and the Green family “shocking and offensive”, demanding an apology.
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NewsBHS: MP Frank Field demands 'a very large cheque from the Green family'
Frank Field MP told Arcadia directors today that “a very large cheque from the Green family” was necessary to fill BHS’s pension black hole.
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NewsBrexit sparks consumer fears over UK economy and personal finances
Almost two thirds of consumers are concerned about the future of the UK economy and their personal finances following the Brexit vote.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How will Brexit impact retail employment in the UK?
As a shocked UK descended into confusion following the Brexit decision, retailers have sought to reassure staff from EU countries.
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NewsAs it happened: BHS inquiry hears from Goldman Sachs chiefs
Goldman Sachs’ most senior London director appeared before MPs over the collapse of BHS continues. Catch up on how the action unfolded on our live blog:
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NewsBHS: Fraudster denies claims he said Green would not sell to rivals
Claims that Sir Philip Green would not sell BHS to a rival because he wanted to preserve his reputation have been denied.
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NewsRichard Caring claims he is owed £850,000 after BHS collapse
Richard Caring has sought to distance himself from BHS’ leadership, claiming that his companies were left with £850,000 of debt when it collapsed.
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OpinionOpinion: A question put to Sir Philip Green that could restore public trust
The parliamentary inquiries into BHS and Sports Direct do not show the side of the retail business that Peter Williams recognises.
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NewsGeorge Osborne aims to calm Brexit fears as no immediate Budget planned
George Osborne has insisted that the UK is in “a position of strength” today following the UK’s vote to leave the EU last week.
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AnalysisBrexit: How will the result affect the European retail landscape?
As Britain prepares to leave the European Union, it will be cutting its economic firepower by almost a fifth.
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AnalysisBrexit: Consumer confidence expected to be 'very fragile'
Consumer confidence is likely to be hit after a Brexit with retail analysts warning of shoppers being deterred by the unstable conditions.
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VideoThe Retail Week: Retail bosses react to shock EU referendum
Editor-in-chief Chris Brook-Carter joins the team to discuss the wider impact on the retail industry of a stunning Brexit result.
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AnalysisBrexit: Will sterling's fall push up retail costs and lead to price rises?
What effect will the disrupted value of the pound have on the retail industry in the wake of the UK’s decision to leave the EU?
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OpinionOpinion: What the vote to leave the EU will mean for retail
Despite overwhelming business support to remain in the EU, the UK has voted to leave, which will cause uncertainty for retail.
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NewsBrexit: Retail chiefs must lead in the creation of a prosperous future
The immediate reverberations of one of the most unexpected results in British political history are as shocking as they are inevitable.
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NewsAnn Summers boss Jacqueline Gold: Brexit is 'biggest travesty ever'
Ann Summers’ chief executive Jacqueline Gold has said she is “devastated” over Brexit and it will rock the stability of the retail sector.
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NewsLive Blog: Retail reacts as UK votes to leave the EU
UK voters have had their say and opted to leave the European Union. Follow all the reaction from the retail industry here:
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NewsBHS boss Topp accuses Chappell of treating retailer's money like his own
BHS boss Darren Topp has accused former owner Dominic Chappell of spending the retailer’s money as if it were his personal funds.